Question

question 17 of 20
in chapter x of frankenstein, victor climbs to the summit of mountanvert after justines execution. which romantic stereotype of nature is mary shelley most likely playing off of in this scene?

a. its supernatural elements

b. its creative spirit

c. its restorative power

d. its exotic characteristics

Explanation:

In Romantic literature, nature often has restorative power, providing emotional or spiritual relief. After Justine's execution (a traumatic event), Victor climbs a mountain. Shelley likely uses nature's restorative power here—mountains in Romanticism can soothe, inspire, or heal. Option A (supernatural) doesn't fit as the scene's nature is natural, not supernatural. Option B (creative spirit) is more about creation, not Victor's emotional state. Option D (exotic) focuses on foreignness, not emotional restoration. So C is correct.

Answer:

C. Its restorative power